EC Fact Sheet
What is Emergency Contraceptive/Plan B?
What do you need to know before taking it?
Plan B
"(sometimes called the “Morning After Pill”) is an emergency contraceptive for anyone who is concerned about becoming pregnant after unprotected penile-vaginal sex or in the event of a contraceptive failure." - GSCC
While there is a precautionary weight limit of 165 lbs on Plan b, You should still take it even if you weigh 165 lbs or more.
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You may experience side affects such as nausea, tiredness, headache, vomiting, dizziness, breast pain, menstrual changes.
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If you vomit within two hours of taking the pill, call a healthcare professional to determine if you should repeat the dose. (In this case you can contact us if you need another pill)
When should I take it?
Is Emergency Contraceptive an abortion pill?
For efficiency, take the emergency contraceptive within 72 hours of unprotected sex. The sooner you take it after unprotected sex, the more efficient it will be.
Emergencency contraceptives are not abortion pills. While abortion pills terminate an existing pregnancy, emergency contraceptives prevent one from being conceived.